Shopee Launches Shopee Thursdays with the Department of Trade and Industry to Help MSMEs Thrive in the E-commerce Space

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As e-commerce takes on greater importance for both consumers and sellers, Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, partners with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to offer in-depth discussions about online selling to support the growth of online businesses through Shopee Thursdays. These masterclass sessions aim to equip existing and aspiring online entrepreneurs with the right tools and information on how to use data to operate effectively in the e-commerce space.

E-commerce is considered a crucial part of the global retail framework. When the pandemic hit, its role became even more critical as physical businesses closed and people were encouraged to stay at home for safety reasons. With the implementation of lockdown measures, more than 65 percent of business establishments had to close temporarily, and only 29 percent of enterprises remained open with limited operations. This led to people turning to online platforms to shop for their needs and entrepreneurs to shift to digital platforms to sustain their businesses

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee is excited to partner with the Department of Trade and Industry to equip MSMEs with proper knowledge and skills to thrive in the e-commerce space through Shopee Thursdays. As many entrepreneurs transition to online platforms like Shopee, it is important that they learn the basics of online selling and to maximize the e-commerce space to its full potential. We will continue to collaborate with DTI to support MSMEs in their e-commerce journey to success.”

Jean Pacheco, Assistant Secretary at the Department of Trade and Industry, said, “At DTI, we believe that every business is essential for the Philippine economy to prosper, and that is why it is our goal to support them in any way possible. With leading marketplace platforms like Shopee, we can reach more people who want to expand their business and learn more about e-commerce. It is an honor for us to work with a company that prioritizes the local community and we will keep on partnering with organizations like Shopee, to uplift Filipino entrepreneurs.”

Sellers can learn essential tips on how they can expand their businesses on Shopee in the upcoming sessions. On June 17, entrepreneurs will understand and learn how to better manage shop operations, inventory, warehouse processes, and employees. On June 24, the masterclass session will focus on the potential of data and how entrepreneurs can use it to improve their shop’s performance.

For more information about the topics and to register for Shopee Thursdays, visit https://ecommerce.dti.gov.ph/shopee-thursdays-grow-your-business-online/.

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‘Pa, Salamat’: Globe At Home embraces Dads with unique treats for the whole family

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Whether he's picking us up from school, making us laugh with his jokes, or secretly treating us behind Mama’s back, we can always count on Papa, Dada, Pa, Dad to be there for us.

 

As a way of saying “Pa, salamat” to all fathers and father figures this Father’s Day weekend, Globe At Home launches various activities and promos to watch out for so that families can express their appreciation and love for our very own haligi ng tahanan.

 

“PA, SALAMAT” TREATS UNTIL JUNE 30!

 

Just by purchasing a Globe At Home Prepaid WiFi or availing of any Globe At Home Plan in select retailers nationwide, surprise Dads with free treats such as cakes, gas vouchers, and even a car wash!

 

Meanwhile, select current Globe At Home customers who download the Globe At Home app may celebrate Father's Day with gift vouchers from Foodpanda, PureGo, HealthNow, and Viber.

 

Apart from that, Globe At Home Postpaid customers can gift their tech-savvy dads with a Huawei Vision S monitor. How? Until July 7, customers can earn raffle entries by:

●        Updating Globe At Home contact details by July 4, 2021 to earn (1) raffle ticket;

●        Upgrading current Globe At Home plans to a higher plan OR buying any Globe At Home add-on device to earn (3) raffle tickets;

●        Upgrading current Globe at home plan AND buying any Globe At Home add-on device to earn six (6) raffle tickets

 

PA, LET’S HANG OUT VIA VIBER CHAT PARTY ON JUNE 18!

Each dad’s journey to fatherhood differs from one another and it’s fun to discover the amazing stories of one dad to another. Hear it from Globe At Home ambassadors themselves!  Dad of three, Drew Arellano, and first-time father, Slater Young will share their small and big dad wins at home, wise parenting do’s and don'ts, as well as cool and useful gadgets for dads through the Globe At Home Viber community on June 18.

 

PA, TAG KITA ON SOCIAL MEDIA UNTIL JUNE 30!

Stay tuned at the Globe At Home Facebook page for daily social media challenges with #PaSalamat giveaways for Globe At Home Prepaid and Postpaid customers for a chance to win Samsung Smart Things worth Php 19,000. Be ready with throwback photos or favorite photos with dad, legendary dad jokes or memorable lines, as well as valuable life lessons from dad.  Stay tuned to Globe At Home’s Facebook page for more information.

 

Even if families today can’t celebrate like before, Globe At Home makes it possible to still own the world at home and have them say #PaSalamat to today’s awesome dads and father figures in our lives.

 

Follow Globe At Home’s Facebook page and subscribe to the Globe At Home Viber community. For more ways on how to say #PaSalamat this Father’s Day weekend, bookmark this page: https://glbe.co/PaSalamat.   

 

5 Reasons why The SM Store Call To Deliver is simply AweSM!

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Shopping has never been more fun, personalized, and safer with The SM Store Call to Deliver. You can get all your daily essentials however and whenever you want it with just a few clicks and taps. We list 5 AweSM reasons why shopping at The SM Store Call To Deliver is not only simple, but so much better.

1. Every shopper is a VIP

Combining the ease of online shopping with personalized service. You can order all items available in The SM Store, from personal care products, fashion, linens, furniture, toys, baby essentials, and a lot more. Just dial #143SM hotline (#14376), message the SM Store on Facebook or Viber, and a CTD agent will assign you a personal shopper at no extra cost. You can chat, speak or video call with your personal shopper. Do you want to test home appliances and other merchandise? No problem. Your personal shopper can demonstrate the merchandise for you. CTD personal shoppers will take you inside The SM Store through the convenience of technology and personalized service.

2. Online shopping is simplified

Browse The SM Store digital catalogue at www.thesmstore.com and The SM Store Facebook page to check out the bestsellers and latest deals. You can shop straight from the digital catalogue by simply clicking the item. The SM Store messenger will pop up to assist you through every step until you have completed your transaction. Check out The SM Store digital catalogue for hassle-free online shopping.

3. It’s the real deal

Enjoy worry-free shopping, knowing that you will get exactly what you paid for! The SM Store always carries authentic and original brands. CTD shoppers also enjoy exclusive discounts and promos. Earn points through SMAC, BDO Rewards, Baby Company MOM Card, The Body Shop Love Your Body Card, Supplies Station Card and PRiMO Card.

4. Next day delivery!

The SM Store CTD delivers right to your door step through its in-house delivery service. All orders placed and paid within the store’s operating hours will be delivered on the same day or the next day depending on the transaction. CTD shoppers also have the option to pick up their purchases at any Click & Collect counter located in all The SM Store branches. You can also arrange for gift deliveries through The SM Store CTD! You don’t need to wait long just to get your purchases or send gifts to family and friends.

5. Multiple payment options

The SM Store recognizes that customers have different payment preferences. You can pay for your CTD purchases through cash on delivery, credit card, debit card, bank deposit, GCash, Paymaya and GrabPay. You can even have your items paid thru installment!

The SM Store is determined to meet its customers’ changingg needs and lifestyle. View the online catalogue at www.thesmstore.com, or visit the Call to Deliver page, for a personalized AweSM shopping experience.

 

Xiaomi Celebrates 1000 Xiaomi Stores Event with Mi Fans Across the World

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The opening of the 1000th Xiaomi Store amid pressure of Covid-19 pandemic is testament to the strong potential of Xiaomi’s global retail business

Global technology leader Xiaomi today announced it has opened over 1000 Xiaomi Stores in global markets*, marking a major milestone in the company’s global expansion. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Xiaomi is holding a 1000 Xiaomi Store event both online and offline, offering exclusive gifts and promotional sales as an expression of gratitude to the Mi Fans and loyal customers that have helped the company reach these new heights.

Against all odds - 1000th Xiaomi Store opens following fastest growth year yet

This significant feat was achieved despite the challenging circumstances faced by brick-and-mortar shops around the world. Xiaomi Store success defying this trend is a testament to the strength of the Xiaomi brand among consumers and the enormous potential for Xiaomi’s business to prosper in global markets.

Xiaomi Stores are independent offline retail shops established and operated by Xiaomi’s own partners. All of the global Xiaomi Stores are run in accordance with Xiaomi standards and exclusively sell officially authorized Xiaomi products. Xiaomi Stores are therefore high-standard, official representatives of the company’s offline retail business.

In the Philippines, Xiaomi has been working relentlessly in increasing its presence on-ground. It targets to open 36 Mi Stores and cover 4,200 stores by end of year, so that more Filipinos can experience Xiaomi no matter where they are.

To intensify its after-sales services, Xiaomi has put up 9 Authorized Service Centers and 15 Collection Points nationwide with more coming in the next few months. It also opened its Toll free contact centers (1-800-131-20048 for PLDT/Smart, 1-800-8386-5529 for GLOBE), which is open from Monday to Friday at 9:00AM to 6:00 PM. Consumers may also send an e-mail at service.ph@xiaomi.com.

Global Xiaomi Store campaign - 5 years on

The first global Xiaomi Store opened its doors to our Mi Fans in Singapore in 2016. Since then, the number of shop fronts have expanded rapidly across the globe.

To mark this momentous occasion, Xiaomi is launching the 1000 Xiaomi Stores celebration both online and offline as a way of giving back to the countless Xiaomi consumers and Mi Fans that have supported the company and believed in its products over the years.

The celebrations will kick off with an online promotional event along with large sales available at most offline Xiaomi Stores. Exclusive event gifts will come with a specially designed Xiaomi logo composed of the phrase “Thank You” in dozens of different languages - an expression of gratitude to all of the Mi Fans who have made this milestone possible.

Customers who will avail eligible models from 1000 Mi stores promotion can get exclusive items until June 13, 2021 at select Mi stores.

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Model	SRP (PHP)	Gift
Redmi Note 10	9,990	Power Bank + Eco Bag
Redmi Note 10 Pro	13,590	Power Bank + Eco Bag
Redmi Note 10 5G	11,490	Power Bank + Eco Bag + Redmi 10 5G Shirt + Online Voucher for AIOT
Redmi Note 10S	11,990	Power Bank + Eco Bag + Redmi 10 5G Shirt + Online Voucher for Smartphones
Mi 11 Lite	14,990	Power Bank + Eco Bag
Redmi 9T	6,990	Power Bank + Eco Bag
Redmi 9C	5,690	Power Bank + Eco Bag
Redmi 9A	4,490	Power Bank + Eco Bag

 

Xiaomi has expanded its footprint at the fastest pace ever, since the Xiaomi Store program began in 2016. We can think of no better way to give back to all of the Mi Fans that have supported us during this challenging year than hosting this celebration across our markets.

For more information, check out Xiaomi’s official website and information portal at https://www.mi.com/ph/, or follow their official Facebook or Instagram pages for other updates.

*Excluding Mainland China and India.

Allianz PNB Life features world overrun with filters in latest digital ad

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As humans existing in a digital world, we utilize filters so we can edit our photos to our liking. Facebook and Instagram alone report over 600 million users of filters worldwide. But where filters fail, reality quickly checks in.

This latest spot by Allianz PNB Life offers a glimpse into a world that shows the realities that cannot be fixed with a simple filter. “No Filter,” a digital film conceptualized by the award-winning and imaginative agency Gigil, is a wry, self-aware take on humanity’s harmful impact on the environment.

Set to the tune of a happy, upbeat ditty, the ad is packaged as a feel-good watch when obviously, it isn’t. It opens with bubbles floating past an aerial shot of the city, which then cuts to a polluted sea obscured by shining bokeh. As it continues to force a “picture perfect” world onto viewers, more exaggerated cover-ups of Mother Nature’s cries for help appear. These include glittery factory smoke, colorful fireworks in lieu of mining explosions, and suffering animals made to look healthier and more kawaii.

But as ridiculous as the ad presents these filters to be, it also serves to remind viewers to care about the planet.

“Allianz PNB Life strives to build a sustainable future for Filipinos. Through “No Filter,” we want to prove that even though the planet can’t be fixed instantly, we can help make it better. At Allianz, we work together to protect you and the planet,” said Chief Marketing Officer Gino Riola.

The spot is a further extension of the insurance company’s broader sustainability focus, from its insurance products down to its grassroots initiatives in partnership with various local government units (LGUs) and organizations.

Via its Allianz Ride Safe campaign, the company is promoting bike safety and education to push for cycling as an alternative mode of transport in Metro Manila. Last November, Allianz PNB Life launched the country’s first solar-powered bike pit stop together with the San Juan LGU. Just this May, the company also set up new bike racks in four of Manila City’s public squares. The racks, which also double as art installations, are inspired by the locations they are in—the Tabak bike rack in Bonifacio Shrine, for instance, is designed after the weapon the hero is seen holding at his nearby monument.

“Beyond readying Filipinos for the future with quality health and life insurance, we want to make sure they can look forward to it too,” said Allianz CEO Alexander Grenz. “From going digital to supporting sustainable businesses, each step by Allianz is always directed towards a safer and greener future.”

Previously, Allianz PNB Life also launched e-jeepneys for Makati-Mandaluyong commuters and sponsored a major reforestation effort in Batangas province. Now, the company is working to shift fully to renewable energy use by 2023, proving that “sustainability” extends beyond being a buzzword or one-time corporate social responsibility event for them.

Worldwide, the Allianz Group has topped the Dow Sustainability Index from 2017 to 2019, and remains still in the top levels of that list. With growing investments in renewable energy and a thorough environmental management system, the Group targets to produce net-zero emissions by 2050.

Watch “No Filter” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9_0eEMpUTs